2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2003 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 217 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
